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R358 DGS

1997 Suzuki TL1000S

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2019
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

3,984 mi
Last recorded3,984 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TL1000S25,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR358 DGS
MakeSuzuki
ModelTL1000S
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Fail 31 Aug 2019 3,984 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Sep 2018 3,836 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2018 3,834 miles

Stop lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Aug 2017 21,500 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 56,300 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 56,300 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 56,300 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 248 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 30,218 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 29,662 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 22 May 2013 29,662 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 27,715 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

front tyre close to legal limit

Pass 11 May 2011 27,058 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 27,058 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 22 May 2010 25,925 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly chaffed (3.2.B2a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 25,396 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 24,287 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 23,754 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 23,298 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly chaffed (3.2.B2a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Suzuki TL1000S?

Based on 18,279 MOT tests across 1,788 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
647
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,788
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 233
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 188
reflector on motorcycle missing 164
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 140
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 131
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R358 DGS is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki TL1000S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 25,681 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki TL1000S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 233 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R358 DGS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TL1000S typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki TL1000S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R358 DGS registered?

R358 DGS is a 1997 Suzuki TL1000S, first registered on 1 September 1997.

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The MOT history for R358 DGS shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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